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State Laws on Generic Drug Substitution: What Pharmacists and Patients Need to Know

State Laws on Generic Drug Substitution: What Pharmacists and Patients Need to Know

State laws on generic drug substitution vary widely across the U.S., affecting how pharmacists swap brand-name drugs for cheaper generics. Learn how consent rules, NTI drug restrictions, and biosimilar policies impact your prescriptions and what you can do to protect your health.

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When Do Drug Patents Expire? Understanding the 20-Year Term and Real-World Timelines
December 31, 2025 Jean Surkouf Ariza Varela

When Do Drug Patents Expire? Understanding the 20-Year Term and Real-World Timelines

Drug patents last 20 years from filing, but most drugs only have 7-12 years of market exclusivity due to long approval times. Extensions, regulatory barriers, and patent stacking can delay generics for years - here's how it really works.

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